Murder Suspect Apprehended in Belton

Murder Suspect Apprehended in Belton

BrassellA murder suspect wanted out of the Austin area was apprehended in Belton at 7:05 p.m. on Thursday, April 6.

Earnest Brassell was taken into custody without incident at a residence in the 100 block of W. Avenue H in Belton. 

Several law enforcement agencies participated in the effort, including Belton and Harker Heights SWAT, U.S. Marshal's Service Lone Star Fugitive Task Force, and Bell County Organized Crime Unit.